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News and information for those who live, work, or play in Elk Grove, California presented by the City of Elk Grove.
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The new year begins with Elk Grove earning recognition for what residents already know: this is a great place to live, work, and retire. This Elk Grove CityCast episode covers the accolades, a big grant award announcement, and opportunities to support local restaurants, apply for nonprofit grants, and engage in important discussions on the permanent homeless shelter. Listeners can also learn how they can help put Elk Grove in the national spotlight by voting in a contest naming America’s favo...
This final episode of 2025 keeps Elk Grove residents informed with reminders about facility closures and waste service changes. It also celebrates a year of progress, including major infrastructure improvements and the positive results of the City’s Homeless Navigator program. Looking ahead, listeners can learn about holiday tree recycling, Restaurant Week, and how weekly digital updates will continue to keep the community connected in the year ahead. Rate, review and subscribe to the Elk Gro...
It’s Christmas Week and as office hours wind down and holiday celebrations commence, this episode reminds residents to drive sober and urges extra caution as stormy weather hits the region. Rounding out the update are reminders about holiday service schedules, a scholarship opportunity for local high school seniors, Elk Grove eGift Cards for last-minute holiday shopping, the return of Elk Grove Restaurant Week in January, and how to report storm-related issues. Get this news a day early. Sig...
Holidays gifts and another year are almost under wraps as we head toward the end of December. We’re sharing a series of noteworthy achievements and community-focused updates. Elk Grove has earned a perfect score on the Municipal Equality Index for the second consecutive year, underscoring its commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and robust non-discrimination policies. We’ve got the scoop on a new Vice Mayor for 2026, a $1,000 scholarship opportunity for high school seniors pursuing public service, ...
We’re unwrapping the stories shaping our community this season. From the 30th Annual Toy Project—where local police and fire crews team up to brighten holidays for hundreds of families—to the sparkling traditions of Light Up Elk Grove and the Historical Society’s Old-Fashioned Christmas, there’s no shortage of hometown magic. We’ll spotlight ways to shop local with the City’s eGift Card program, share smart tips for keeping your holiday deliveries safe, and point you to convenient drop-off si...
The holidays are here and Elk Grove is bustling with celebration and progress. In this episode, we spotlight beloved seasonal traditions—from the Illumination Holiday Festival and the Santa and Sirens parades and the timeless charm of the Old-Fashioned Christmas. We also share significant civic milestones including the opening of the Adamstown House, offering new supportive housing for vulnerable seniors in our community. You’ll hear about planned utility and streetscape improvements in Old T...
From holiday cards and community events to youth leadership and local art, this episode covers what’s happening in Elk Grove as we head into the holidays. Tune in for quick updates, helpful reminders, and ways to stay connected. Sign up to receive the City’s weekly email in your inbox every Monday at elkgrove.gov. Rate, review and subscribe to the Elk Grove CityCast to get more information about the people, programs, and services shaping the City. You can find the Elk Grove CityCast anywhere ...
This Veterans Day edition of the Elk Grove CityCast salutes service and celebrates community spirit. Tune in for details on a hometown celebration for two-time NASCAR Cup Champion Kyle Larson, updates on federal SNAP benefit impacts and how to help local families, and SacRT’s $1 million boost to transit safety. Plus, hear about a new opportunity for Elk Grove teens to shape the future of public safety through the Chief’s Community Youth Advisory Board—and a special thank-you to our veterans w...
Elk Grove is making headlines from being named one of the safest cities for trick-or-treaters in the U.S. to hosting a historic tribal flag-raising with the Wilton Rancheria. Tune in to this episode for community safety reminders, a look at efforts to address homelessness across Sacramento County, and a few practical tips for the season — including turning back your clocks and keeping your streets flood-free. Don’t miss an update—sign up to receive the City’s weekly email in your inbox ever...
We're celebrating community champions, planning the future, and keeping our roads and residents ready for anything. Tune in to hear about the 2025 Above & Beyond Accessibility Award winner, E.G. S.P.E.A.K.S. and how they're making a difference for families with disabilities. We’ll also talk infrastructure updates (hello, open lanes on Franklin Boulevard!), flood readiness tips, and how you can help shape the creative vibe of Historic Main Street. Plus — cast your vote in Elk Grove’s photo...
We’re celebrating recognition at the national level and local progress across the board. Tune in to learn how Elk Grove earned a “Top Performer” nod in the Best in Governance Awards, a look at Main Street’s “Historic Persona,” and how you can help shape the city’s future through arts, business, and community engagement. Plus, we’ve got details on free pet adoptions, volunteer opportunities, and a new program giving first-time business members a free year’s membership with the Chamber of Comme...
This episode of the Elk Grove CityCast dives into free compost, a new shelter survey, and reimagining Historic Main Street—plus October events like Cultural Connections, a walk for positivity, and the Franklin Band Review. Providing you with quick updates and projects with the possibility for a big community impact. Don’t miss an update—sign up to receive the City’s weekly email in your inbox every Monday at elkgrove.gov. Rate, review and subscribe to the Elk Grove CityCast to get more inform...
From giant gourds to downtown dreams, this episode of the Elk Grove CityCast is packed with what’s happening the first week of October. We’ve got the inside scoop on the Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival, a call for community input on a future homeless shelter, and fresh ideas for reimagining Historic Main Street. Plus, hear how to safely dispose of lithium batteries, and get the details on upcoming events like Coffee with a Cop and Elk Grove Out Loud. Don’t miss an update—sign up to receive t...
From high school pride at the Elk Grove Homecoming Parade to sustainable shopping fun at Thriftathon, this week’s CityCast has plenty to celebrate. We’ll share the fascinating history of a landmark building on Historic Main Street, explore how you can help shape the district’s future, and highlight important reminders for Pedestrian Safety Month. Plus, learn how Elk Grove is marking its 25th Anniversary with a greener tomorrow by planting 25 new trees along Laguna Creek. Don’t miss an update—...
September in Elk Grove is bustling with celebrations, community input, and opportunities to get involved. In the latest deep dive, we’re looking ahead to Dancing the Globe at District56, a vibrant showcase of cultural performances for Diversity Awareness Month. Learn how you can shape the future through service on the Disability Advisory Committee, upcoming conversations on the City’s future homeless shelter, and a reimagining of Historic Main Street. Plus—tips to avoid costly fence mistakes,...
A new episode of the Elk Grove CityCast is bringing you highlights from the City’s weekly email update, now powered by AI. Our AI hosts share how Diversity Awareness Month kicks off with Metalachi in concert, startups compete for $20,000 at Pitch Elk Grove, and residents are invited to help shape the future of transit, Historic Main Street, and plans for a permanent homeless shelter. Plus, the City’s 25th Anniversary Photo Contest gets underway. Rate, review and subscribe to the Elk Grove C...
The Elk Grove CityCast is back! After a year-long hiatus, we’re relaunching with a fresh format that uses AI technology to bring you highlights from the City’s weekly email updates. In this episode, we’ll share details about Elk Grove’s Military Street Banner Program, upcoming community meetings on the City’s first permanent homeless shelter, and how the Cosumnes Fire Department’s new Mobile Integrated Health Program is enhancing care in our community. We’ll also cover opportunities to shape ...
Ever wonder how government safeguards your personal data from relentless cyber threats? In this episode, we dive into the shadowy world of cyber security with Elk Grove’s Chief Information Officer, Nicole Guttridge, and Network Security Engineer, Rob Pucci, to hear how the City’s IT team is fending off attacks to keep your information safe and how you can protect yourself from personal attacks on your identity and your finances.🎧 Don't miss out on this exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the...
Every year illegal fireworks inflict injuries, distress, fires, property loss, and even death across the country. Tune into the Elk Grove CityCast to hear from Cosumnes Fire Department Assistant Chief Lantz Rey and Code Enforcement Manager Jose Mendez on how local agencies are working together to keep Elk Grove safe and implement stiffer fines and penalties for individuals found in possession of illegal fireworks this year. Hosts John and Kristyn also share news about the City’s Salute to the...
May includes National Public Works Week and in this episode we’re shining a spotlight on the often overlooked but crucial work of the Public Works Department. From maintaining roads and sidewalks to managing drainage systems…from big construction projects to traffic signal synchronization, recycling, fleet, and so much more, the Public Works team is the backbone of Elk Grove’s infrastructure. Public Works Director, Jeff Werner, shares the diverse responsibilities and innovative projects his d...
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